What is NAEJI?

The Native American Elder Justice Initiative (NAEJI) Resource Center provides culturally-relevant technical assistance and training on elder justice to tribal communities across the United States. NAEJI is committed to ensuring the safety, well-being, and rights of older adults, specifically focusing on addressing and preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

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Upcoming Events

Tribal APS Training Program

June 8-12, 2026 | 4417 Hwy 20, Building 6400, Devils Lake, NM 58301

Jun 08, 2026

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Arizona World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Monday, June 15, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Desert Willow Conference Center.

Jun 15, 2026

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20th Annual Minnesota World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Conference

June 17, 2026, 8:30am – 4:30pm. 6155 Earle Brown Dr, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Jun 17, 2026

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What's New at NAEJI

A quick snapshot of our most recent work.

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MOU Template – Social Services APS

Youtube Video – Giving Tuesday 2025

Youtube Video – Recognizing and Responding to Elder Abuse in Dementia Cases

Resource Highlight – Community Resource Echo: Resource Guide

Memorandums of Understanding: Where Tribal Sovereignty Meets Elder Protection

Event Highlight: 2025 Tribal Elder Abuse Code Summit

Native Elder Protection Team Toolkit:

Elder Abuse Warning Signs

Medication Misuse and Abuse Among Native Americans

A Conversation with the Native American Elder Justice Initiative

Elder Abuse Codes

Elder abuse codes are key legal tools for identifying and preventing various forms of senior mistreatment, adapted for cultural sensitivity in indigenous communities.

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State & Tribal Hotlines

This hotline center offers vital information on elder abuse hotlines, providing support and resources for Native communities.

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Trainings

Educational modules to train those in Indian Country to identify, address elder abuse, and provide culturally sensitive support to Indigenous elders.

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Resources

Supporting Native American elders through advocacy, education, and resources for safeguarding their rights and dignity.

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Scam Awareness

Information from the United States Social Security Administration about identifying and avoiding scams.

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The Native American Elder Justice Initiative is supported by grant number HHS-2021-ACL-AOA-IERC-0034, and a cooperative agreement with the Administration for Community Living (ACL) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Any information, content, or conclusions on this website are those of the authors and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by the ACL, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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